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Teaching Empathy

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Some of the most troubling conversations I have with leaders today concern a growing number of nurses who seem to lack empathy. Caring for patients in a way that projects concern and empathy has always been a core value in nursing. Leaders see an increasing number of […] The post Teaching Empathy appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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An Expansive View of Mental Health Nursing

Minority Nurse

Mental health nursing is a specialty within our profession that may be frequently overlooked and underappreciated. Nurses working in the realm of mental health perform an excellent service for many individuals and families living with the effects of a wide variety of conditions, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance use disorders. While the first half of the 20th century may have been the Dark Ages for mental health in the United States in many respects — including the longstanding

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Common Infection Control Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

American Medical Compliance

More than a million hospitalized patients each year acquire healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) while being treated for other health conditions. Despite rigorous training and established protocols, mistakes in infection control can still occur, leading to severe consequences, including the spread of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). In this blog, we will explore common infection control mistakes and provide practical tips on how to avoid them, helping to create a safer healthcare envi

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All in the family: one clinic RN’s path to pursue her true calling

Providence

RN Lauren has spent her entire nursing career as part of the Providence family. She gained a solid foundation for working as a nurse at a Providence Swedish hospital, caring for a wide variety of patients. When she discovered her preferred specialty, Lauren transitioned to a Pacific Medical Centers (PacMed) clinic.

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Fertility Benefits for Every Age: A HR Roadmap from Gen Z to Baby Boomers

Speaker: Lauri Armstrong, SHRM-SCP - Sr. Director, People Operations at Carrot Fertility

Today’s workforce includes multiple generations of employees all looking for something different from their benefits package. While meeting these disparate needs can be challenging, a comprehensive fertility benefit can support everyone from junior staffers learning about their fertility health to senior leadership managing menopause and low testosterone symptoms.

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Healthcare Compliance for New Providers: Getting Started

American Medical Compliance

Patient safety is a critical concern, with the World Health Organization (WHO) estimating that 1 in 10 patients is harmed while receiving healthcare. Notably, many of these incidents are preventable and could have been avoided with proper compliance measures. Compliance with healthcare regulations is crucial not only for avoiding legal repercussions but also for ensuring high standards of patient care and safety.

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Is Nursing School Hard? A Guide for Student Success

Post University

One of the first steps any aspiring nurse needs to take is to complete a nursing program. Whether it be a basic certificate program to become a licensed practical nurse or a full-fledged nursing degree program, you may be feeling understandably nervous about the challenges that lie ahead. Fortunately, by knowing what to expect and how to overcome common challenges, you may better prepare yourself for success in whatever nursing program you choose.

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The Importance of the Patient Handoff Report

Diversity Nursing

Nursing hand-off or shift reports are a critical component of safe patient care in all healthcare settings. Handoff reports must be comprehensive, accurate, and designed to properly communicate essential information from one Nurse to another during shift changes. Keep reading to learn more about the importance of patient handoff reports and how to improve your handoff to reduce patient harm.

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‘What are healthcare providers actually doing to look after their workforce?’

Nursing Times

The post ‘What are healthcare providers actually doing to look after their workforce?’ appeared first on Nursing Times.

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How Manufacturers Use Workforce Management for Strategic Advantage

Celayix

Manufacturing companies generally operate in competitive fields, with extremely narrow margins. Small businesses are easily affected by market changes. Any competitive advantage they gain could lead to success. One of the best ways to beat out the competition is to find your strategic advantage, right? Well, manufacturers can do that through optimizing their workforce management.

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'Stay-or-pay' suits cast light on immigrant nurse recruiting

Health Leaders | Nursing

Montalvo and her co-plaintiffs are among dozens of Filipino nurses fighting to extricate themselves from similar employment contracts proffered by international hospital staffing agencies.

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Why Menopause Should Matter to Today’s Employers

Speaker: Julie B. Chavez - VP, Strategy & Alliances at Carrot

An estimated 1.1 billion women worldwide will have experienced menopause by 2025. Symptoms like hot flashes, fatigue, and anxiety can be incredibly disruptive — and last for years. But despite its massive impact, little is being done to support those going through menopause in the workplace. In a recent survey, 70% of respondents said they have considered changing their employment to better manage symptoms — perhaps because only 8% received significant support from their employer related to meno

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Promoting Mental Health Awareness: OTD Students Create Education Course for Pate Rehabilitation

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

In an inspiring demonstration of community engagement and professional development, five Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) students from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) Dallas campus—Carrington Brown, Kennedy Brumbelow, Kendall Keeton, Samantha Paniccia and Bailey Williams—designed an educational course on mental health.

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Rady Children's Hospital nurses vote to reject 3rd tentative contract deal

Health Leaders | Nursing

Nurses at Rady Children’s Hospital on Tuesday voted to turn down the hospital's latest contract offer following months of negotiations and their first-ever strike.

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Steps to Becoming a Med Tech in Pennsylvania

CynaMed

2 minute read In an ever-growing healthcare field, the need for skilled and caring Med Tech personnel is greater than ever. As a result, there is a lot of demand for the services and training programs for med techs at Cynamed. It’s our mission to help aspiring applicants on their way to becoming Med Techs, specifically in the assisted living communities of Pennsylvania.

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‘Stay-or-pay’ suits cast light on immigrant nurse recruiting

Health Leaders | Nursing

Montalvo and her co-plaintiffs are among dozens of Filipino nurses fighting to extricate themselves from similar employment contracts proffered by international hospital staffing agencies.

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Maximizing Your Benefits Strategy: Reframing the Way We View Fertility

Speaker: Lizzie Wright - Director of Customer Success at Carrot Fertility

Employee expectations around benefits and workplace support have evolved in step with the growing need for fertility and family-forming care. As HR professionals, it is our job to ensure employees have a comprehensive understanding of the benefits our organizations offer and how they can utilize them. Before educating employees, we first need to understand the rising healthcare costs and the financial burden of fertility care.

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5 Financial Planning Tips for Travel Nurses 

The Gypsy Nurse

Trustaff provided this article. For travel nurses, mastering financial planning is not just a good practice—it’s essential for maintaining stability and peace of mind amidst the dynamic and often unpredictable nature of their profession. Effective financial management ensures that you can focus on your assignments without the added stress of financial uncertainties.

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Nurse Julie Pulmano and Her Weight Loss Journey: From Bariatric Surgery Patient to Inspiring Mentor

Daily Nurse

From struggling with weight issues to inspiring others, Julie Pulmano’s journey is one of resilience and transformation. An avid lover of boat vacations, Julie has sailed through the Eastern and Western Caribbean, finding solace in the open waters. However, during one particular cruise, Pulmano’s life took a turn. Experiencing chest pain and shortness of breath, Pulmano’s husband urged her to seek medical help, reminding her of their promise of spending 90 years together.

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